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President's Column | September 2025

September is National Preparedness Month—a time when we’re reminded of the importance of readiness in the face of uncertainty. As we watch wildfires rage, flash floods devastate communities, and storms intensify across the country, the message is clear: we need to be more prepared than ever before. But preparedness isn’t just about natural disasters—it’s about being equipped to face any challenge that threatens our ability to care, advocate, and lead. For us as Dermatology PAs, that means protecting our profession, our patients, and our communities from the unexpected.

SDPA & AAPA Respond: JAMA Dermatology Study Fundamentally Flawed

JAMA Dermatology Study Fundamentally Flawed: SDPA & AAPA Respond... Read the full response on Dermcast.tv

AAPA Leadership and Advocacy Summit Recap & the Importance of Donating to the PA PAC

The PA PAC is a bipartisan political action committee of the AAPA. It is the only federal PAC that is dedicated to advancing the PA profession. The mission of the PA PAC is to allow individual PAs to share in the opportunity to support federal candidates for Congress who have demonstrated their belief and understanding of the principles to which the PA profession is dedicated.

Wrapping Up My Year as President & Looking Ahead | Jane Mast

As my year as SDPA President ends, I am grateful for your dedication advancing our profession despite a challenging year. Now is the time for all of us to stay involved and defend dermatology PAs to protect and propel our profession forward.

AAD/SDPA Leadership Meeting Recap

Last month, SDPA leaders journeyed to San Diego for our annual meeting with the leadership of the AAD, and for the first time in many years, the AAD was adequately represented by their board of directors. In most recent years, these meetings have been attended by only a few individuals and seemingly lacked momentum to make progress in our common goals. 

The SDPA Celebrated PAs with a Special Reception at AAD 2018!

On Friday evening February 16, 2018, the SDPA held a reception honoring dermatology PAs during the AAD Annual Meeting in San Diego, California.

Nominations Now Being Accepted for State Affiliate of the Year

Calling All SDPA Affiliate Leaders!

UPDATE: SDPA Doctorate Task Force

The SDPA has elected to dissolve the recently appointed SDPA Doctorate Task Force due to changes in the education offerings available to PAs who wish to advance their education and credentials. Based upon the announcement of two Doctor of Medical Science degree programs for PAs, the relevance and need for the Task Force was reconsidered.

Looking Forward to the New Year

In 2018, the SDPA aims to advance opportunities for dermatology PAs while countering misinformation and advocating for team-based care. We look forward to strong representation, educational growth, and highlighting the vital contributions of dermatology PAs nationwide.

Correcting Coldiron MisTruths, Again

The recent Dermatology News article "We have met the enemy and he is us" highlighted a problem the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants has been aware of for some time: Some practices appear to put profit above the needs of the patients they serve. It should be noted that there is an incorrect assumption in this article, as with previous similar articles, that PAs billing for dermatological procedures using their own NPI are without supervision. 

SDPA Board of Director Elections 2018

Call for nominations!

The SDPA is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2018 Board of Directors and AAPA House of Delegates representative.

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